Terms of Service
Last updated: ________ 2026
Effective Date: ________ 2026
These Terms of Use ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the website located at https://geolyze.org and all related subdomains, platforms, dashboards, and services provided by Cognitic Labs LLC ("Geolyze," "we," "us," or "our") (collectively, the "Site").
By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.
Geolyze reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. Your continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.
1. Ownership and Intellectual Property
1.1 All content on the site—including but not limited to text, data, graphics, charts, dashboards, AI-generated analysis, reports, software, code, design, trademarks, and logos is owned by Geolyze or our licensors and is protected by U.S. and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws.
1.2 You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, publicly display, or create derivative works based on any part of the Site unless expressly permitted in writing.
1.3 You may not frame, mirror, or deep-link any pages or content without prior written consent.
1.4 All rights not expressly granted to you are reserved.
2. Permitted Use
You may use the Site solely for:
- Evaluating or learning about Geolyze's GEO/AEO tools and services;
- Internal business purposes;
- Accessing information made available through publicly accessible Site pages.
You agree to use the Site only in compliance with these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations.
3. Prohibited Use
You may not engage in any of the following activities:
3.1 Security & Technical Restrictions
- Reverse engineering, decompiling, or attempting to extract the underlying source code, models, or algorithms.
- Circumventing access controls, security protections, or usage limits.
- Using automated tools (e.g., robots, spiders, scrapers) to access or extract data without express permission.
- Attempting to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site, systems, or servers.
3.2 Misuse of Geolyze Services
- Using the Site to build competing products or services.
- Using AI-generated content for deception, fraud, manipulation, or misleading marketing.
- Engaging in high-volume or abusive traffic patterns that may disrupt operations.
3.3 Unlawful or Harmful Content
You may not upload, transmit, or publish content that:
- Is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, hateful, or discriminatory;
- Infringes intellectual property or privacy rights;
- Contains malware, viruses, or malicious code;
- Promotes fraudulent or harmful activities.
4. Service Availability
4.1 The Site and its content are provided "as is" and "as available."
4.2 We do not guarantee uninterrupted access, error-free operation, or accuracy of any content, including AI-generated insights.
4.3 We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Site at any time without notice.
5. User Accounts
If the Site requires account registration:
- You must provide accurate and complete information.
- You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials.
- You agree to notify us immediately of any unauthorized access or security breach.
Geolyze may suspend or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.
6. Third-Party Websites and Services
The Site may contain links to third-party websites. Geolyze does not endorse, control, or assume responsibility for third-party content, accuracy, or policies.
Your interactions with third-party sites are solely between you and the third party.
7. AI-Generated Content Disclaimer
Geolyze may present AI-generated outputs, including:
- Ranking simulations
- Visibility scores
- Search result predictions
- AI model comparisons
- Automated reports
You acknowledge and agree that:
- AI outputs may contain inaccuracies, omissions, or unexpected results;
- Such outputs are not professional advice (legal, financial, marketing, or otherwise);
- You must evaluate the accuracy and suitability for your own purposes.
Geolyze is not liable for actions taken based on AI-generated content.
8. Disclaimers of Warranties
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, THE SITE IS PROVIDED "AS IS," WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.
We do not guarantee:
- Accuracy or reliability of Site content;
- Continuous or error-free access;
- That the Site or servers are free of viruses or harmful components.
9. Limitation of Liability
TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW:
- GEOLYZE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES.
- OUR TOTAL AGGREGATE LIABILITY TO YOU SHALL NOT EXCEED USD $100, REGARDLESS OF THEORY OF LIABILITY.
Some jurisdictions do not allow limits on implied warranties or liability; these limitations may not apply to you.
10. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Geolyze, its officers, employees, affiliates, and contractors from any claims, losses, liabilities, or expenses arising from:
- Your use of the Site;
- Your violation of these Terms;
- Your infringement of any third-party rights.
11. DMCA Notice
If you believe any content on the Site infringes your copyright, you may submit a DMCA notice including:
- Identification of the copyrighted work;
- Identification of allegedly infringing content;
- Your contact information;
- A good-faith statement;
- A statement under penalty of perjury;
- Your physical or electronic signature.
Submit notices to: [Insert Future US Designated Agent Email]
(A placeholder is used until you appoint a DMCA agent.)
12. Export Compliance
You agree not to export, re-export, or transfer any Geolyze services or data in violation of:
- U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
- OFAC sanctions
- Applicable international export laws
You represent that you are not located in, or ordinarily resident of, any restricted country.
13. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution
These Terms shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, USA, without regard to conflict-of-law principles.
Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in San Francisco County, California.
You agree to the personal jurisdiction of these courts.
14. Changes to the Terms
We may modify these Terms at any time. Updated versions will be posted on the Site.
Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance.
15. Contact Information
Geolyze (Cognitic Labs LLC)
- Website: https://geolyze.org
- Email: [to be added]